1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 35 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 71 L |
